by Karl Weber · Tapa dura · ISBN 9781953943316
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«Why Books Still Matter» is Karl Weber's essay collection about Joyce Meskis, published by Rivertowns Books in hardcover.
It brings together a series of essays, coordinated by Karl Weber, that trace the past, present and future of the book, of bookstores and of publishing. The figure of Joyce Meskis serves as a common thread for reflecting on the profession of bookseller and editor, and for defending the continuing relevance of the book in today's society.
Published in 2024; edited by Karl Weber. ISBN 9781953943316.
May be of interest to publishing industry professionals, booksellers and readers who want to understand why the book continues to occupy a central place in culture.
Karl Weber was a West German politician with the Christian Democratic Union. He served as the Minister of Justice from 2 April 1965 until his replacement by Richard Jaeger in 26 October of that same year. From 1916 till 1918 he served in the First World War, then he studied legal science in Bonn. From 1939 till 1945 he served in the Second World War.
